Dare To Age Well Now
If you’ve ever thought, “There’s got to be more than just getting older”—you’re in the right place.
DAWN: Aging Well Now is a podcast for women (and the wellness providers who support them) who are ready to take charge of their health, redefine aging, and live with strength, clarity, and connection—starting now.
Hosted by {{Your Name}}, founder of the Be Freaking Awesome movement, this series features real conversations with chiropractors, functional medicine experts, and everyday women who are rewriting the rules on what it means to age well—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Each episode explores topics like:
- Hormone health, metabolism & energy
- Red light therapy, balance & recovery
- Strength, mobility & nervous system support
- Mindset, confidence & self-image in midlife
- Gut health, supplements, and sustainable nutrition
- Community, purpose, and the joy of living fully
Because without your health, living a freaking awesome life is exponentially harder.
If you're ready to stop settling and start aging on your own terms—this podcast is your next right step.
Dare To Age Well Now
Ep 28 The Liver, Loneliness, and Listening to Our Bodies with Sarah Weaver
Summary
In this episode of Dare to Age Well Now, host Angela Belford speaks with Sarah Scott Weaver, a functional medicine nurse practitioner, about the importance of personalized healthcare. They discuss metabolic stability, the role of the liver in overall health, and the significance of social connections in maintaining wellness as we age. Sarah emphasizes the need for individualized approaches to health, including understanding blood sugar levels and the impact of loneliness on physical health.
Takeaways
Personalized healthcare is essential for effective treatment.
Metabolic stability is crucial for preventing aging-related diseases.
Blood sugar spikes can lead to inflammation and cognitive decline.
Understanding individual metabolic health is key to wellness.
The liver plays a vital role in detoxification and hormone balance.
Social connections are critical for mental and physical health.
Loneliness can have severe health implications, comparable to smoking.
Community support is essential for longevity and well-being.
Functional medicine provides a comprehensive view of health.
Listening to our body's signals is important for maintaining health.
Sound bites
"The liver is our filter."
"Your body is trying to communicate."
"Community is medicine."
Learn more about Sarah and Entourage Health: entouragefm.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Personalized Healthcare
01:33 Understanding Metabolic Stability
06:30 The Role of the Liver in Health
10:38 The Importance of Social Connections
20:37 Resources for Functional Medicine